Last Change:
05/16/2025
The Constitution of Kenya
Year: 2010
Type: Domestic law
Rights Category: Asylum, Education, Freedom of movement, Health, Housing, land & property, Liberty & security of person, Social protection, Work & Workplace rights, Family life, Documentation
Description
The Constitution of Kenya, enacted in 2010, is the supreme law of the Republic of Kenya, embodying the country's fundamental principles, institutions, and governance framework. The constitution reflects the aspirations of the Kenyan people, seeking to address historical injustices, promote social equity, and uphold human rights.
Selected provisions
In exercising judicial authority, the courts and tribunals shall be guided by the following principles- justice shall be done to all, irrespective of status.
The High Court shall have jurisdiction to determine the question whether a right or fundamental freedom in the Bill of Rights has been denied, violated, infringed or threatened.